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SUMMARY:Pacific Baroque Festival 2024 - Concert #1
DESCRIPTION:This concert is located at St. Barnabas Church\, 1525 Begbie Street \n\n\n\nLe Nuove Musiche 1: Naples and Rome – Frescobaldi to Scarlatti\n\nEdoardo Belotti\, organ\, harpsichord \n\n​Not all needs to be grand to be special. This new feature concert brings our audience to the intimate space of St Barnabas church\, where Edoardo Belotti will masterfully showcase the full extent of the subtleties available on the one-manual organ built by Joseph Brombaugh. In a concert highlighting music from the Southern Italian schools of Naples and Rome\, be dazzled by the works of Girolamo Frescobaldi\, Bernado Storace\, Giovanni Salvatore\, Bernado Pasquini\, and Alessandro Scarlatti. \n\n\n\nThis concert is not included in the Festival Pass and tickets must be purchased separately. \n\n  \n\nConcert #2: Le Nuove Musiche 2: Venice and Milan – Monteverdi to Verdi | February 28\, 7:30pm\, Christ Church Cathedral \n\nConcert #3: Stile Moderno | February 29\, 11:00am\, Alix Goolden Performance Hall \n\nConcert #4: Sonate Concertate | March 1\, 7:30pm\, Alix Goolden Performance Hall \n\nConcert #5: Songs of Love and War | March 2\, 7:30pm\, Alix Goolden Performance Hall \n\nChoral Evensong: Music Divine | March 3\, 4:00pm\, Christ Church Cathedral | Free Admission. 
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/pacific-baroque-festival-2024-concert-1/
LOCATION:St. Barnabas Church\, 1525 Begbie Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 1K9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Spark to Flame Student Showcase (sold out)
DESCRIPTION:This event is now sold out. \n\n\nThe annual Spark to Flame program is presented through the Ann & George Nation Conservatory School of Classical Music and supports the development of young emerging professional artists. \n\nOpen to all students of the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, soloists are selected through audition\, and then offered the opportunity to be mentored by various Conservatory faculty over the weeks leading up to the concert\, including rehearsals with orchestra. \n\nThe concert is a magical evening\, and this year’s performance on Saturday February 24\, 2024\, will feature seven very talented student soloists chosen this year to be accompanied by fellow student peers who are joined by faculty artists and other professional musicians. \n\n\nSupported by the Henwood Family Fund and BC Gaming.\n\n\n\nVenue Accessibility\nThe 900 Johnson Street entrance is at ground-level and wheelchair accessible. There is an elevator located on the first floor: as you enter the building go down the ramp to your right and the elevator is on the left at the bottom. Priority seating can be provided at concerts if you have accessibility issues; please contact the Venues Department . Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the main floor\, beside the lobby in the Reception and Registration area.  \n\n\n\n\nCongratulations to the following students who have been selected through audition to perform at this special event: \n\nSimon Eskildsen\, piano\nSimon Eskildsen is 19 years old and studies piano under Robert Holliston at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. He also performs regularly in the community\, with frequent concerts in retirement homes and  various other events such as Conservatory board meetings. He also participated in the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival\, in which he won the Open French award in 2023. Outside of piano\, Simon studies the violin with Simon Macdonald. \n\nTyler Evans-Knott\, flute\nOriginally from Curve Lake First Nation in Ontario\, Anishinaabe flutist Tyler Evans-Knott is currently pursuing a Diploma in Flute Performance through Camosun College and the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, studying with Emily Nagelbach and also participating in the Collegium Young Artists program. A recipient of several awards and scholarships\, Tyler has performed regularly as a soloist and in ensembles such as the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra\, Kawartha Youth Orchestra\, Peterborough Concert Band\, Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra\, and in joint concerts with the Toronto Symphony and Vancouver Symphony. In April 2022\, he performed in “The Path Forward” with the Vancouver Symphony and the VSO Indigenous Arts Council\, playing in the orchestra and also performing the solo flute work Homeland by Allison Loggins-Hull. Recently\, Tyler has begun his career as a freelance orchestral musician\, performing works by Schumann\, Schafer\, and Schubert with the Victoria Symphony in January 2024. Tyler looks forward to performing the second movement of Michael Daugherty’s Trail of Tears Concerto\, entitled “incantation\,” which reflects upon the passing of loved ones who’ve travelled to the Spirit World. \n\nMax Francis\, violin\nMax Francis is a 12-year old multi-instrumentalist and composer from Victoria\, BC. Max is equally at home in the fiddle and classical worlds. In 2023\, he was featured as a soloist with the Victoria Symphony\, while at the National Music Festival his chamber trio was awarded first place and Max achieved the platinum standard for composition. He is the current US National Fiddle Champion for his age and the youngest person ever to win the BC Fiddle Championship and to be invited to compete at Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Competition where he has twice finished in the top 10. This is his second time to perform with Spark to Flame. \n\nElana Lin\, violin\nElana Lin is 17 years old in Grade 12 at Mount Douglas Secondary School. She has been playing violin for 10 years with hopes of pursuing music performance for her university education currently studying with Simon MacDonald and Müge Büyükçelen at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. She previously worked with Tatiana Kostour and Catheryn Kennedy. Elana has been a part of the Collegium Young Artists Program for seven years and the Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra for five years. She annually participates in the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival where she was further recommended to the Provincials festival for both solo and chamber classes. In 2022 her chamber ensemble was recommended to the Provincials Festival\, Canada West Performing Arts Festival and the Nationals Festival (Federation of Canadian Music Festivals) and was successful in all rounds. These past few years\, Elana has had the opportunity of soloing with the VCM Senior String Orchestra as well as the Victoria Chamber Orchestra as the winner of the 2023 Louis Sherman Concerto Competition. Elana has privileged of attending many summer music programs such as the Victoria Summer Strings Intensive\, Rosamunde Summer Music Academy\, Quartet Fest West\, Domaine Forget de Charlevoix and the Ottawa Summer Music Academy. This year\, she was successful in the Cowichan Consort Concerto Competition and will be performing with the Cowichan Consort Orchestra in March 2024. \n\nAngela Pan\, piano\nAngela Pan\, a ten-year-old piano enthusiast mentored by Ingrid Henderson at the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, has achieved notable success. She earned prestigious awards at the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival\, including the Junior Outstanding Musicianship Trophy\, Concerto Trophy\, and 20th/21st Century Award in 2022\, and the Intermediate Concerto Trophy\, French Trophy\, and Baroque Award in 2023. Angela also received the esteemed Platinum Standard of Achievement at the 2023 FCMF National Music Festival\, a recognition given to only 6 out of 31 participants nationwide. As the recipient of the VCM Millicent Lavoy piano scholarship in 2022\, she has showcased her talent on various occasions at the Victoria Conservatory of Music Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, including appearances at the Conservatory Piano Honours Concerts for the past two years.  \n\nChloe Williams\, flute\nChloe has been studying flute with Emily Nagelbach for almost six years. She is in her fourth year with the Collegium program and a past member of the Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra. She is a grateful recipient of several awards and scholarships from the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, and the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival where she has been recommended a provincial competitor in her category several times. Chloe is honoured by the opportunity to perform in the Spark to Flame Showcase and acknowledges\, with gratitude\, the lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples on whose territory she continues her learning at the Conservatory and as a grade 12 student at Oak Bay High School. \n\nFilbert Zhang\, piano\nFilbert Zhang is 14 years old and currently studies with May-Ling Kwok\, and is apart of the Senior Collegium program at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. He’s been playing piano since 5 years of age\, and has regularly participated in performances in the community\, such as at garden tours and the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival\, having received a number of awards including the 2023 Senior Piano Concerto Cup. Apart from piano\, Filbert enjoys playing tennis and doing really anything with friends. Filbert is also in his grade 9 year at Mount Douglas Secondary\, and enjoys the obstacle that the Challenge Program offers.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/spark-to-flame-student-showcase-2024-02-24/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
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SUMMARY:The Big IDEA: Allyship & Unconscious Bias
DESCRIPTION:To attend this concert\, click the button below and reserve a ticket for entry. Entry for this concert will be at the Victoria Conservatory of Music – 900 Johnson Street. \n \n\nThe Big IDEA: Sharing our music and telling our stories\nA series of three events including performances and conversation in creating a more inclusive and equitable music space. These uplifting and informative\, faculty forward events focus on the principles of Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Accessibility (IDEA) through the lens of the vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ community. These events are offered through support from the City of Victoria. \n \n Sunday\, February 18- Allyship & Unconscious Bias \n Sunday\, May 5- Hope in 2SLGBTQIA+ community \nSunday\, June 23- Celebrate Pride! \n\n Sunday\, February 18- Allyship & Unconscious Bias\nThis concert event will feature Conservatory faculty as well as 2SLGTBQIA+ allies\, performing music celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ composers\, arrangers\, or performers as well as a chat with two invited guests around the concepts of allyship and unconscious bias.  \nMusical Performances\n\nAlexander Richards and Jennifer Mitchell – Painted Brick\, Sam Melnick\nJack Edwards and Jennifer Mitchell – Romance\, William Grant Still\nMarsha Elliott-Edwards\, Melissa Goodchild\, and Jack Edwards – Eclectic Trio\, Catherine McMichael\nWes Carroll and Gabriela Domínguez – Do ya love? Boo Boo Wax\, Michael Franti and Carl Young\nMarsha Elliott-Edwards and Richard Volet – Sonata in e minor TWV 40:10\, George Frederick Telemann\n\nConservatory Chat\n This Conservatory Chat will focus on the topics of allyship and unconscious (or implicit) bias. Bringing their knowledge and expertise on the subjects\, the panel\, including special guests Mark Overton-Paszek and JD Derbyshire\, will discuss allyship and unconscious/implicit bias with a lens on how to normalize or “deshame” these conversations and the work of understanding our biases so we can be true allies to people from marginalized communities. Audience members will come away with ideas as to how they can check their allyship or biases as well as how to bring these important conversations into their workplaces\, homes\, and circles of friendship/communities. \nSpecial Guest- Mark Overton-Paszek – Bio\nMark Overton-Paszek (he/him) is a passionate and committed leader\, and proud member of the queer community. Originally from the unceded lands of the Darug people (known today as Sydney\, Australia)\, Mark is now a citizen of Canada and is immensely grateful to be able to live\, work and play on the lands of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. As a Senior Consultant at Elevate Consulting\, Mark leverages his global experience in strategic\, operational\, and business development roles to support public\, non-profit and private sector organisations across B.C. and Alberta. Mark proudly served Victoria’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community as Director of Partnerships on the board of Victoria Pride Society from 2021 to 2023\, acting as the key liaison with VPS’s partners and sponsors. Mark is also passionate about music having played piano from a young age and performing in a number of choirs and musicals\, to currently learning the cello as an adult. Mark and his husband Tyler can usually be found travelling\, building community across the world\, and immersing themselves in food\, beverage\, arts and culture. \nSpecial Guest- JD Derbyshire – Bio\nJD Derbyshire is a writer\, comedian\, mad\, activist\, performer\, playwright\, theatre maker\, inclusive educator and innovator. In their playwriting\, performance and essays\, they have tackled some deeply personal and complicated subjects like queerness\, gender\, confusion\, institutionalization\, addiction\, disability culture and abuse with humility\, grace and humour. Learn how to navigate tough feelings and use them to your advantage in your work and life. \n\nVenue Accessibility\nThe 900 Johnson Street entrance is at ground-level and wheelchair accessible. There is an elevator located on the first floor: as you enter the building go down the ramp to your right and the elevator is on the left at the bottom. Priority seating can be provided at concerts if you have accessibility issues; please contact the Venues Department . Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the main floor\, beside the lobby in the Reception and Registration area.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/the-big-idea-allyship-unconscious-bias/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note the entrance to Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2024-02-15/
LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note the entrance to Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2024-02-01/
LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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SUMMARY:Winds & Brass Department Faculty Concert Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Works by Violet Archer\, Catherine McMichael\, Joseph Kreutzer\, and Arthur Maddox. \n\nAdmission is by donation and will raise funds for the Winds & Brass Summer Intensive Program for middle and high school students. \n\nPlease note: Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. \n\nFaculty and guest performers include: \n\nMarsha Elliott-Edwards\, flute\nEmily Nagelbach\, flute\nMelissa Goodchild\, clarinet\nPatricia Kostek\, clarinet\nJack Edwards\, saxophone\nAlexander Richards\, saxophone\nRobert Holliston\, piano\nDouglas Hensley\, guitar\nMary Jill McCulloch\, flute\nShoko Inoue\, piano
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/winds-brass-faculty-concert-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Info Night
DESCRIPTION:The event is hosted on the following dates: \n\n\nWednesday\, January 24 at 7pm. Victoria\, Room 224 (entrance at 900 Johnson Street). This event is also hosted online via Zoom. \n\nWednesday\, January 31 at 7pm. Langford\, Studio 2 (210-1314 Lakepoint Way\, Langford BC\, in the YMCA building- entrance by the library) \n\n\nThe Victoria Conservatory of Music Postsecondary Department hosts its annual Info Night for students and parents interested in learning more about Postsecondary and Advanced Training Programs including: \n\nAccredited by Camosun College. For nearly 45 years\, the Victoria Conservatory of Music has proudly represented Camosun College as its Music Department. \n\n\nDiploma in Music Performance – 2 years \n\nCertificate in Music Technologies – 12-18 months (online) \n\nCertificate in Music Creativity and Performance Foundations – 8 months \n\n\nAccredited by the BC Private Institute Training Branch of the BC Ministry of Advanced Education \n\n\nCertificate in Advanced Music Studies (AIMS) – 1 year\, part time study in one of four pillars: Performance\, Teaching\, Recording & Production\, and Business.  \n\n\n\n \n\nThe Postsecondary Department Info Night offers an opportunity to meet and hear from current performing students and working alumni from both Classical and Contemporary disciplines. The evening also includes an overview of programs from David Visentin (Director of Postsecondary Studies) and Dr. Alexander Richards (Assistant Program Coordinator)\, as well as a review of admission requirements\, application procedures\, and information on dual credit classes through the South Island Partnership (SIP).  \n\nQuestions are welcome at any time in the presentation and registration is not required. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it to Info Night?\nCheck out our website to learn more about our programs and why to choose the Victoria Conservatory of Music! \n\nWe’d love to hear from you! \n\nWe’re more than happy to connect with you one-on-one. Call 250-386-5311 or email David Visentin or Dr. Alexander Richards at postsecondary@vcm.bc.ca to arrange a time.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/info-night-jan-31-2024/
LOCATION:Victoria Conservatory of Music – Westhills\, Langford\, 1314 – Lakepoint Way\, Langford\, British Columbia\, V9B 0S2
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SUMMARY:The Gettin' Higher Choir "The Spirit of Yes"
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street  \n\n\n\n The Gettin’ Higher Choir presents “The Spirit of Yes” with special guest Barbara McAfee — A fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region  \n\n The choir will warm your hearts and raise the roof\, with songs from folk and classic rock\, a sea song\, a rousing gospel standard\, and several songs of Barbara’s\, sung together with her. We welcome Barbara back for her second visit\, and we know her solo set will move and inspire you.   \n\n Since 1996\, the Gettin’ Higher Choir has been welcoming all voices and affirming singing as everyone’s birthright — and yes\, we would want to hear you sing! Shy voices can rediscover the joy of singing\, and seasoned singers can find new harmonious company. The Gettin’ Higher Choir is co-directed by Cathy Baker and Dick Jackson in Victoria\, BC\, Canada.  \n\n We seek to embrace and celebrate humanity’s highest aspirations through music\, welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds. There is no audition\, and no singing experience is required\, just a desire to sing in harmony with others.   \n\n The GHC is grateful for the help of the BC Choral Federation.  https://bcchoralfed.com  \n\n The balcony is closed for this event.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/the-gettin-higher-choir-the-spirit-of-yes/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240127T193000
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SUMMARY:The Village Choir with Special Guest Sam Weber
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street\n\n\n\n This event is SOLD OUT  \n\n Special Guest Sam Weber\nCo-Directed by Claire Butterfield & Oliver Swain\nWith Ashley Wey and Damian Graham  \n\n The Village Choir is a 100+ community choir for all people and all voices. Performing a mix of Folk\, Soul\, Rock\, and Pop with some of Victoria’s finest joining them at recitals including Ashley Wey (Piano) and Damian Graham (Percussion). For this concert\, they are thrilled to have special guest Sam Weber leading the choir for a few tunes and performing a set of his own. Weber is a Canadian singer-songwriter\, guitarist\, music producer and recording engineer who launched his solo music career in 2014 with the release of Shadows in the Road. His subsequent studio albums\, Valentina Nevada\, released in 2016\, and Everything Comes True\, released in 2019\, were critically acclaimed and toured internationally. In 2020\, Weber was a featured player on every track from the Bahamas album\, Sad Hunk\, serving as direct support for Bahamas on a 20 date US tour in October 2021. His fourth studio album\, Get Free\, released in 2022\, received praise from NPR\, CBC\, BBC and Fretboard Journal. Weber has collaborated and performed with Madison Cunningham\, Bahamas\, Dawes\, Anna Tivel\, Lucius and The Watkins Family. His forthcoming album\, Clear and Plain\, is set to arrive in the spring of 2024.  \n\n The balcony is closed for this event.   \n\n 
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/the-village-choir/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Info Night
DESCRIPTION:The event is hosted on the following dates: \n\n\nWednesday\, January 24 at 7pm. Victoria\, Room 224 (entrance at 900 Johnson Street). This event is also hosted online via Zoom. ( Join Zoom Meeting https://vcm-bc-ca.zoom.us/j/82846011526\, Meeting ID: 828 4601 1526) \n\nWednesday\, January 31 at 7pm. Langford\, Studio 2 (210-1314 Lakepoint Way\, Langford BC\, in the YMCA building- entrance by the library) \n\n\nThe Victoria Conservatory of Music Postsecondary Department hosts its annual Info Night for students and parents interested in learning more about Postsecondary and Advanced Training Programs including: \n\nAccredited by Camosun College. For nearly 45 years\, the Victoria Conservatory of Music has proudly represented Camosun College as its Music Department. \n\n\nDiploma in Music Performance – 2 years \n\nCertificate in Music Technologies – 12-18 months (online) \n\nCertificate in Music Creativity and Performance Foundations – 8 months \n\n\nAccredited by the BC Private Institute Training Branch of the BC Ministry of Advanced Education \n\n\nCertificate in Advanced Music Studies (AIMS) – 1 year\, part time study in one of four pillars: Performance\, Teaching\, Recording & Production\, and Business.  \n\n\n\n \n\nThe Postsecondary Department Info Night offers an opportunity to meet and hear from current performing students and working alumni from both Classical and Contemporary disciplines. The evening also includes an overview of programs from David Visentin (Director of Postsecondary Studies) and Dr. Alexander Richards (Assistant Program Coordinator)\, as well as a review of admission requirements\, application procedures\, and information on dual credit classes through the South Island Partnership (SIP).  \n\nQuestions are welcome at any time in the presentation and registration is not required. \n\n\nCan’t make it to Info Night?\nCheck out our website to learn more about our programs and why to choose the Victoria Conservatory of Music! \n\nWe’d love to hear from you! \n\nWe’re more than happy to connect with you one-on-one. Call 250-386-5311 or email David Visentin or Dr. Alexander Richards at postsecondary@vcm.bc.ca to arrange a time.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/info-night-jan-24-2024/
LOCATION:Victoria Conservatory of Music\, 900 Johnson St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, CA
CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240124T173000
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SUMMARY:The 41st Annual German Lieder Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Classical Voice department offers this opportunity for current students of the Victoria Conservatory of Music to perform one or two German Art Songs\, compete\, and receive feedback from renowned and respected adjudicators.The audience can expect to hear some of the most beautiful and beloved songs in the German repertoire as well as some rare gems. \n\nCompetitors will be performing within the spectacular acoustic of Alix Goolden Performance Hall. \n\nThe German Lieder Competition (January 24th\, 2024) is the second production in the Conservatory’s popular Classical Competition Series which includes The Margaret Abbott English Art Song Competition (October 25); The Italian Song Competition (March 6\, 2024); The French Art Song Competition (April); The World Languages Competition (June). \n\nJoin us and bear witness to the sharing of musical souls that embodies the true Spirit of Song! You will be amazed at the beauty\, the courage\, the drama\, and the joy involved in friendly competitive singing! Follow our intrepid competitors and marvel at their transformation as they progress from competition to competition and develop as performing artists.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/german-lieder-competition-2024-01-24/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:String Orchestras Open House
DESCRIPTION:This event is free but registration is required to participate.\nRegister here. \n\nCome and experience playing in a large string ensemble! On Sunday\, January 21\, come and join Conservatory faculty\, students from the Collegium\, the Victoria Conservatory Chamber Orchestra\, Intermediate Orchestra\, and Introductory Orchestra\, as well as the various Cello Ensembles and the Sinfonia\, to gather to sight read together (repertoire will be provided at the event\, no need to prepare anything in advance). After experiencing the joy of playing in a large ensemble\, check out which ensemble might be right for you\, and register for the Spring term which begins on January 29. This event is open to anyone who plays violin\, viola\, cello\, or bass! \n\n\nNOTE: The entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/string-orchestras-open-house/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Masterclasses and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231222T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T235900
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Winter Break Building Closure
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed for the holidays. See you in the New Year!
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/winter-break-building-closure/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Building Closure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Daniel Lapp's Home for Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Conservatory celebrates 20 years of Daniel Lapp’s Home for Christmas concerts\, presenting this year for the first time on the stage of the Royal Theatre!  \n\n\nRenowned fiddler and jazz trumpeter Daniel Lapp leads this special 75-minute toe-tapping and joy-filled holiday tradition. Performing with Daniel are the BC Fiddle Orchestra\, Folkestra! ensemble\, the Joy of Life Choir\, Shiny H’ORNaments\, STRINGS of lights\, and special guest Canadian Folksinger icon Valdy. It’s Christmas time for all\, with many favourite Canadian tunes to sing along with as we join with family and friends for a wonderful holiday season celebration. \n\nSponsored by Peninsula Co-op \n  \n\nTickets are available at the McPherson Box Office (not the Victoria Conservatory of Music)\, charge by phone at 250.386.6121 or toll-free at 1.888.717.9121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/home-for-christmas-dec-21-2023/
LOCATION:Royal Theatre\, 805 Broughton Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Daniel Lapp's Home for Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Conservatory celebrates 20 years of Daniel Lapp’s Home for Christmas concerts\, presenting this year for the first time on the stage of the Royal Theatre!  \n\n\nRenowned fiddler and jazz trumpeter Daniel Lapp leads this special 75-minute toe-tapping and joy-filled holiday tradition. Performing with Daniel are the BC Fiddle Orchestra\, Folkestra! ensemble\, the Joy of Life Choir\, Shiny H’ORNaments\, STRINGS of lights\, and special guest Canadian Folksinger icon Valdy. It’s Christmas time for all\, with many favourite Canadian tunes to sing along with as we join with family and friends for a wonderful holiday season celebration. \n\nSponsored by Peninsula Co-op \n  \n\n\nTickets are available at the McPherson Box Office (not the Victoria Conservatory of Music)\, charge by phone at 250.386.6121 or toll-free at 1.888.717.9121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/home-for-christmas-dec-20-2023/
LOCATION:Royal Theatre\, 805 Broughton Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:24th Annual Sing-Along Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\n\nA perennial holiday classic brought to you by the Civic Orchestra! Audience member voices join together as a Chorus inside the beautiful Alix Goolden Hall for our 24th sing-along rendition of Handel’s most famous oratorio\, led by guest conductor Hilary Sandford. \n\nFeaturing soloists:\n\n 	Jennifer Turner\, soprano\n 	Deanna Sills\, mezzo soprano\n 	Martin Renner Wallace\, tenor\n 	Louis Dillon\, bass-baritone\n \nYou\, the Audience\, sing along as the Chorus. A wonderfully moving musical experience for singers and non-singers alike! \n\nThe Civic Orchestra of Victoria has some vocal scores to lend to the Chorus during performance (donations greatly appreciated.) If you have your own score\, please bring it with you. \n\nThe Civic Orchestra of Victoria is a vibrant\, community-based\, non-profit symphony orchestra dedicated to providing accessible concerts in Greater Victoria. This year marks the Civic Orchestra’s 40th season and 24th Sing-Along Messiah. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THIS CONCERT.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/24th-annual-sing-along-messiah/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Senior Instrumental And Vocal Collegium Concert
DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \nFamily\, friends\, and the public are welcome to watch students in the Victoria Conservatory of Music Young Artists Collegium Program perform their end of term works including Chamber music from the Senior Collegium and two vocal works from the Vocal Collegium. \n\n\n\nWhat is the Young Artists Collegium Program?\n\nFounded in 2006\, Collegium is an enriched program for talented young classical musicians – singers\, pianists and other instrumentalists – brought together with outstanding teachers to create a lively\, collaborative educational experience devoted to the pursuit of musical excellence. \nLearn more about Collegium.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/senior-collegium-chamber-concert-2023-12-12/
LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T230000
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SUMMARY:Harry Manx and Mark Ferris
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this show is on 900 Johnson Street \n\n \n\nWorld/Blues artist Harry Manx meets Vancouver Opera Concertmaster/violinist Mark Ferris to play songs from their new recording ‘All Echoes of the One’. Harry is a multi award winning Blues musician\, well known for mixing the Blues with Indian classical ragas. Mark is a giant in the world of classical music\, having spent decades playing in Symphonies. Together they explore a hybrid style of original songs that are easy to listen to and hard to forget. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THIS CONCERT 
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/harry-manx-and-mark-ferris/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Winter Serenata
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Serenata is an end-of-term free recital by Victoria Conservatory of Music voice students\, allowing them the chance to perform repertoire that they have been working on during the term in an informal concert setting. \nThis year the first half (1:00pm to 2:30pm) will be comprised of students singing contemporary popular repertoire while the second section (3:30pm to 5:00pm) will present students singing excerpts from the classical song repertoire. \nIt promises to be a great afternoon of music & song! Come and Join us! Admission is free & everyone is most welcome.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/winter-serenata-2023-12-09/
LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231208T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231208T220000
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SUMMARY:Winter Harp
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this show in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n \n\nWinter Harp – Victoria \nOne of the most beloved holiday concerts anywhere\, Winter Harp returns to take you on a magical journey you will never forget on this\, its 30th Anniversary Tour.\n\nIn celebration of its anniversary\, you’ll be treated to some of the ensemble’s most popular carols\, as well as some beautiful\, rare carols. And expect a new fun reading on the Yuletide musings of Oscar the Cat. \n\nJoin this world-class ensemble of singers\, harps\, flute\, viola\, medieval instruments and percussion for a concert of heartwarming songs and stories in celebration of Christmas. The musicians\, in rich medieval attire will whisk you to a land of pure magic. \n\nFor more than 30 years\, tens of thousands of people have made Winter Harp their annual tradition — now that is something to celebrate! Winter Harp . . . Christmas begins here. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THIS CONCERT 
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/winter-harp-2023/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Junior Collegium and Orchestras Concert
DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \nFamily\, friends\, and the public are welcome to watch students in the Victoria Conservatory of Music Young Artists Collegium Program perform their end of term works. \n\n\n\nWhat is the Young Artists Collegium Program?\n\nFounded in 2006\, Collegium is an enriched program for talented young classical musicians – singers\, pianists and other instrumentalists – brought together with outstanding teachers to create a lively\, collaborative educational experience devoted to the pursuit of musical excellence. \nLearn more about Collegium.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/junior-collegium-orchestras-concert-2023-12-7/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T171629Z
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Chamber Music/ Chorale Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \n\nDon’t miss the Victoria Conservatory of Music / Camosun College Postsecondary program’s Classical Chamber Music and Conservatory Chorale performing their end of term work. Always a highlight to each Fall and Winter Term\, the Classical Chamber Music students and Conservatory Chorale perform an eclectic and dynamic mix of repertoire that surprises and delights our audiences each and every year. The Conservatory Chorale performs under the direction of Brian Wismath\, and the classical chamber music ensembles are coached by a variety of our outstanding faculty.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-chamber-music-chorale-showcase-2023-12-6/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Contemporary Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \n\nDon’t miss the Victoria Conservatory of Music / Camosun College Postsecondary program’s Rock\, Blues\, Fusion\, and Jazz combos performing sets of their end of term work. Dynamic soloists and high energy combos perform everything  from the deep tradition of blues and jazz\, to classic rock and the wild edges of new sounds and improv. The Rock\, Blues\, Fusion\, and Jazz Combos perform under directors Damian Graham\, Danuel Tate\, Issah Contractor\, and Joey Smith.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-contemporary-showcase-2023-12-4/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Songs for a Winter's Night
DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\n\nThere are two Matinee concerts – Saturday\, December 2nd and Sunday\, December 3rd – Doors are at 2:30pm. \n\nThe voices of our Prelude\, Recital\, Concert and Youth choirs will uplift you as they share the joy of the festive season in song. \n\nVictoria Children’s Choir – Signature Winter Concert – David Stratkauskas – Artistic Director. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THESE CONCERTS
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/songs-for-a-winters-night/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T204708Z
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-11-30/
LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:GivingTuesday
DESCRIPTION:GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. The idea caught on and has grown around the world\, inspiring hundreds of millions of people to give\, collaborate\, and celebrate generosity. \n\nDonate Now \n\nThe Victoria Conservatory of Music is many things to many people: A confidence builder. A social routine. A legendary concert venue. A reminder to practice! A step towards a career. A pathway to self expression. Home. \n\nWhen you make a gift to the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, you help create a place where people of all ages and abilities come to explore their creative talents across musical genres and eras\, supported by a range of instruments and technologies. \n\nMeet Essencia\, Naomi\, and Camilo and learn about how the Conservatory has shaped their musical identity. \n\nThis #GivingTuesday\, your gift to the Conservatory will have double the impact! All gifts received through November 30th will be matched up to $5\,000 thanks to our generous sponsor Cameron Izard Snell LLP .
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/givingtuesday/
LOCATION:Victoria Conservatory of Music\, 900 Johnson St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, CA
CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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SUMMARY:Adult Combo Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy end of term performances from five Adult Combo groups\, under the direction of Joey Smith. \n\nPlease note: Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission is by donation. \n\nInterested in joining an Adult Combo group? Speak to our Front desk about finding the right fit and connecting you with Joey.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/adult-combo-showcase-2023/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T210520Z
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SUMMARY:NeuzTec! Presented by Garden City Electronic Music Society and The Victoria Conservatory of Music
DESCRIPTION:Entrance to the Victoria Conservatory of Music is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\n\nFriday\, November 24 | 7:00-10:00pm | Wood Hall\nSaturday\, November 25 | 2:00-10:00pm | Wood Hall\nSunday\, November 26 | 12:00-2:00pm | Studios 302 & 303\nAdmission $20 “NTAFLOF” (no one turned away for lack of funds) | Sunday workshops free \n\nFestival of experimental sound design and multimedia technology. \n\nFull details at neuztec.ca \n\nSupported by the City of Victoria\, The Capital Regional District\, The Province of British Columbia\, and The Government of Canada. \n\nThe Garden City Electronic Music Society (GCEMS) has been active in the Southern Vancouver Island region of British Columbia since October of 2015\, with a purpose of advancement of electronic music\, related media arts\, and the technologies used within these artforms and striving to provide accessible arts programming to the Capital Regional District community. \n\nGarden City Electronic Music Society formally incorporated as a BC non-profit Society in 2017 and as of January 2020 is a registered Canadian Charitable Arts Organization.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/neuztec-presented-by-garden-city-electronic-music-society/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165257
CREATED:20230914T204507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T234823Z
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SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that this event is held at Camosun College Lansdowne Campus\, in the Young building (Y216). Free admission.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-11-23/
LOCATION:Camosun College – Lansdowne Campus\, 3100 Foul Bay Road\, Victoria\, CA
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T210000
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Victoria Conservatory of Music Chamber Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Conservatory of Music Chamber Competition is designed to inspire young chamber groups to push the limits of their abilities as teams and discover the joys of making magnificent music together with friends in a richly challenging experience. Playing for professional judges\, groups split into Junior and Senior Categories compete for prizes generously donated by local businesses and individuals. \n\nPrevious year judges have included: Terry Tam\, Arthur Rowe\, Sharon Stanis\, Lorraine Min\, Dolores Vann\, Michelle Mares\, Joanna Hood\, Andrew Dawes\, Pamela Highbaugh\, Kenji Fuse\, Norman Nelson\, Soile Stratkauskas\, Timothy Vernon\, Matthew White\, Guiseppe Pietraroia\, David Gilham and Alexandra Pohran Dawkins. \n\nIn one evening\, audience members are treated to all the levels of chamber music being performed at the Conservatory; as well as seeing the incredible progress individual students and groups have made since the previous year.   \n\nEntry for this competition is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation.
URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/12th-annual-chamber-competition/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4
CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances
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